Maize planting season begins

GAKENKE – Farmers in Gakenke District have started planting for this season after recording a bumper harvest from the previous one. The district has set a target of growing maize on over 300 hectares under the crop intensification program as part of national efforts to boost food security.
The new planting season being  launched last Thursday by residents. (Photo: B. Mukombozi)
The new planting season being launched last Thursday by residents. (Photo: B. Mukombozi)
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